Porsche E-Hybrid Technology: Performance Meets Efficiency

Porsche has always had its eye on electrification. The first hybrid Porsche was unveiled as a concept in 2007 and put on sale in 2010, then Porsche introduced E-Hybrid plug-in technology and models to the market 2014. When you think about it, electrification was always going to be a big thing for Porsche.

With an electrified powertrain, you get the type of precision performance and efficiency that Porsche is ultimately known for. A Porsche, after all, isn’t fast because it has a huge engine under the hood or because it’s lighter than a feather, it’s fast and agile because it’s a combination of individual components which have all been individually optimized.

Put together, they create a vehicle that is sharp and precise at every level. Adding electrification to the mix was always going to help Porsche vehicles get even closer to what constitutes the perfect car.

It’s not surprising that the Porsche 918 Spyder, Porsche’s latest flagship model, relies on a hybrid powertrain to achieve a level of performance and efficiency like no other vehicle in the brand’s storied past.

E-Hybrid Technology in both the Panamera and the Cayenne

Current E-Hybrid models can be found in both the redesigned Panamera and redesigned Cayenne model lineups. In the Cayenne family, the only offering at the moment is the completely redesigned Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid which arrived on the market back in May. Based on the new-generation Cayenne, the E-Hybrid version pairs a 6-cylinder engine making 355 horsepower and 332 pound-feet of torque with an electric engine located between the gas engine and the transmission.

Adding 134 horsepower, this engine boosts total output to 455 horsepower and allows the E-Hybrid Cayenne to reach 100 km/h in less than 5.0 seconds. In other words, you get a level of performance that isn’t too far off the Cayenne Turbo, but the Cayenne E-Hybrid also has the ability to travel about 44 kilometers without needing a single drop of fuel. You’ll only need about 2.3 hours to recharge the Cayenne E-Hybrid’s 14.1-kWh battery using a 220V outlet.

The Panamera E-Hybrid has roughly the same specs. It’s hybrid engine delivers 462 horsepower, and you’ll get to 100 km/h in about 3.4 seconds. And then there’s the Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid.

One of the Fastest Sedans in the World

Nobody has claimed this, and nobody has really tested it, but the Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid is certainly among the fastest four-door cars in the world, if not the fastest. Consider these numbers.

Combined horsepower from the hybrid engine is a massive 680 horsepower with torque peaking at 626 pound-feet. That’s good enough to reach 100 km/h in 3.4 seconds, which is on par with a Porsche 911 Turbo.

The Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid uses a host of powertrain features and technology from the 918 Spyder to control and distribute effectively all this power. The end result is a pure performance missile that can also drive on all-electric power for 49 kilometers.

About Porsche Centre Calgary

About Porsche Centre Calgary

Welcome to Porsche Centre Calgary, your preferred dealer of luxury cars in Calgary. Our new state of the art dealership is conveniently located at 8300 Blackfood Trail SE. We pride ourselves on providing an enjoyable research, purchase and ownership experience that is every bit as satisfying as the Porsche driving experience itself. We look forward to seeing you soon.

At our dealership, you’ll find the entire new Porsche lineup, as well as an impressive collection of used luxury cars and Certified Pre-Owned Porsche models. As your local Porsche dealer, you can count on us for guaranteed satisfaction every time. Let us introduce you to the car of your dreams.

Driven to excite, the Porsche is so much more than an automobile. Once you’re behind the wheel, you will become part of something bigger – a secret only Porsche drivers know. Let us show you.

In the beginning I looked around and could not find quite the car I dreamed of. So I decided to build it myself.

Ferry Porsche

Every model in the new Porsche lineup is unique and spectacular in its own way. Take some time to experience each model.

Searching for the perfect Certified Pre-Owned Porsche? Porsche Centre Calgary offers an extensive collection of pre-owned Porsche models to choose from, as well as a a variety of used cars for sale.

As your local Porsche dealer, we have the expertise and technology to determine if a pre-owned Porsche is of high enough quality to be deemed “Certified.” Porsche-Certified technicians conduct a rigorous 111-point mechanical inspection, will replace any worn parts or equipment, and always take the vehicle for a test drive, we then label a pre-owned Porsche as “Certified.” After all, the Porsche brand represents the best in automotive quality, and we ensure more than just certified quality. We ensure trust.

A true Porsche experience doesn’t end after your purchase of your Porsche. The best way to take care of your new vehicle is to entrust it to our talented technicians in our Service and Parts department. From routine vehicle maintenance and auto repairs, to tire care and storage and auto part replacements, our Porsche Service Center is pleased to help you. We use only Porsche-approved parts and equipment when working on your vehicle. Schedule your auto repair request online or contact our service advisors for specific questions, we are here to help.

We look forward to your next visit at Porsche Centre Calgary. We’re proud to be your local Porsche dealership, and we hope to hear from you soon.